![(Left to Right): Martha Timoteus [Alensy Energy Solutions], Immanuel Kadhila [Director: Inceptus Holding], Kukuluntu Angula [Deputy Chairperson: Inceptus Holding], Prof Kenneth Matengu [UNAM Vice-Chancellor], Kadiva Hamutumwa [Director: Inceptus Holding], Dr Fillemon Nangolo [Vice-Chairperson: Inceptus Energy], Norbert Dörgeloh, CEO Alensy Holding and PR: Inceptus Energy], and Evaristus Evaristus [CEO: Inceptus Holding]
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Unam launches renewable energy project
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In an effort to reduce Namibia’s carbon footprint and contribute to global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the University of Namibia (Unam) has officially launched its renewable energy generation project in Windhoek.
The project is a result of Unam’s partnership with Inceptus Holdings (Pty) Ltd., the university’s commercial subsidiary, after the university launched a competitive bidding process to find a partner that can invest in and implement renewable energy technologies on all 12 campuses.
Kenneth Matengu, the university’s vice chancellor, hailed the project as a groundbreaking endeavour that will usher in a new era of sustainable and renewable energy production for the institution.
The project, which encompasses the installation of a grid-tied solar energy system, will offset energy consumption during non-peak hours while excess electricity generated during peak hours will be supplied to the grid. Matengu emphasised that the initiative aligns with the goals of National Development Plan 5, which aims to foster a sustainable mix of locally-generated energy capacity.
The project's total capital expenditure is approximately N$65 million and is expected to yield substantial savings, including a reduction in electricity consumption of up to 6.5 million kWh units per year.
– Jemimah Ndebele
The project is a result of Unam’s partnership with Inceptus Holdings (Pty) Ltd., the university’s commercial subsidiary, after the university launched a competitive bidding process to find a partner that can invest in and implement renewable energy technologies on all 12 campuses.
Kenneth Matengu, the university’s vice chancellor, hailed the project as a groundbreaking endeavour that will usher in a new era of sustainable and renewable energy production for the institution.
The project, which encompasses the installation of a grid-tied solar energy system, will offset energy consumption during non-peak hours while excess electricity generated during peak hours will be supplied to the grid. Matengu emphasised that the initiative aligns with the goals of National Development Plan 5, which aims to foster a sustainable mix of locally-generated energy capacity.
The project's total capital expenditure is approximately N$65 million and is expected to yield substantial savings, including a reduction in electricity consumption of up to 6.5 million kWh units per year.
– Jemimah Ndebele
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